Places And Travel
9 Most Laid-Back Small Towns in the Great Lakes Region
The Great Lakes region, bridging two countries and multiple states, hosts historic towns, rich ecosystems, and storied waters.
11 Underrated Virginia Towns Worth the Drive in 2026
Whenever you’re ready to hit the open road, it’s worth adding to the itinerary any of these 11 underrated Virginia towns worth the drive in 2026.
The National Forests Where Wolves Have Returned
Wolves are back in Western national forests, from Wyoming's Shoshone to Idaho's Salmon-Challis, decades after being hunted out of the region.
The Blue Ridge Parkway Towns Worth Stopping In
Blue Ridge Parkway towns in Virginia and North Carolina pair old-time music, murals, and riverside parks with easy stops a few miles off the scenic drive.
The 11 Can't-Miss Towns In New England
The 11 Can't-Miss Towns In New England. See Motif No. 1 in Rockport, cruise Lake Winnipesaukee from Wolfeboro, and walk Main Street in Rockwell's Stockbridge.
The National Forests With The Most Water Moccasins
Snake crossings that shut a road, beaver ponds thick with cottonmouths, and cypress swamps full of water moccasins. Five forests where you watch each step.
8 Cute Small Town Drives In Georgia
Eight Georgia drives linking small towns, from Bavarian-style Helen to the Gold Rush square at Dahlonega and the shrimp boats on the coast at Darien.
10 Best Places To Call Home In Upstate New York In 2026
10 Best Places To Call Home In Upstate New York In 2026 include Corning, Geneva, and Little Falls, where typical homes cost far below the state figure.
The National Forests With The Most Coral Snakes
Venomous but shy, the coral snake hides in five national forests, from Florida’s sand-pine scrub to the Arizona desert borderlands near Mexico.
11 Offbeat Germany Towns To Visit In 2026
11 offbeat Germany towns for 2026, from Nördlingen inside a meteorite crater to Büsingen, a German exclave entirely surrounded by Switzerland.
7 Tick Infested Areas In Australia
Australia has several tick-prone regions. Learn where seven documented hotspots are located and which tick-related illnesses occur there.
The 11 Friendliest Little Towns In The Pacific Northwest
Beyond the urban sprawl of bigger cities, these coastal, mountain, and riverfront towns are among the friendliest in the Pacific Northwest.
11 Great Road Trips to Take in Northern California
The 11 best road trips in Northern California all follow a river, from the undammed Smith to the Pit's crossing of the Cascades. Here's the scenery on each.
The Oldest National Park East Of The Mississippi
The Oldest National Park East Of The Mississippi is Acadia, which opened in Maine as Lafayette National Park on land that George Dorr and others donated.
The Best Small Town In The Rockies For Seniors
Sheridan, Wyoming pairs Bighorn Mountain scenery with affordable homes, dependable senior healthcare, and a large retiree community in the Rockies.
11 US Lake Towns Perfect For A Fresh Start
Two Rivers, Wisconsin anchors eleven US lake towns pairing a public lakefront with steady work nearby, each a realistic place for a fresh start.
The National Forests With The Most Wild Turkeys
National forests where wild turkeys thrive, from Missouri oak woods and the ponderosa pine Black Hills to Ouachita ridges and Florida Osceola country.
9 Fairy-Tale Small Towns In North Carolina
9 Fairy-Tale Small Towns In North Carolina. Walk Mayberry's Main Street in Mount Airy, see Blackbeard artifacts in Beaufort, and join Christmas Town USA.
11 Prettiest Towns In the Mid-Atlantic
Mid-Atlantic, U.S.: 7 states with diverse geography, enjoying all 4 seasons, offering both warm winters and ideal conditions for winter sports.
The Oldest Opera Houses Still Staging Shows In America
Philadelphia's Academy of Music, opened in 1857, leads a list of nineteenth-century American opera houses that still host live opera, theater, and concerts.
11 Wallet-Friendly Small Towns To Retire In Texas
Lower home values are only part of the draw in these Texas towns, where health care, senior programs, and everyday costs support retirement.
10 Ideal Indiana Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
10 Ideal Indiana Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026, where Crown Point steakhouses, Lebanon chocolate, and Franklin porch concerts fill a long weekend.
7 Cute Small Town Drives In Michigan
7 Cute Small Town Drives In Michigan. Cross the Mackinac Bridge, wind through the Tunnel of Trees, and sip wine near St. Joseph on lakefront routes.
The Largest Flea Markets In The United States
The largest flea markets in the US, from Canton’s 100-acre First Monday Trade Days to Brimfield, the Rose Bowl, and a yard sale that runs 690 miles.
The Longest Wooden Roller Coasters In America
The Beast at Kings Island runs 7,361 feet, 1,000 more than any other American wooden coaster. Eight rides make the list, ranked by single-circuit length.
The Largest Pumpkin Patches In America
Pumpkins are an enduring symbol of Halloween, and the fall season in general. These are the largest pumpkin patches in America.
10 Most Peaceful Small Towns In Florida
In these 10 Florida small towns, from Mount Dora to Cedar Key, days revolve around spring-fed rivers, lakeside boardwalks, and fishing piers at sunset.
11 Safest Towns In Northern Ireland For Senior Living
Senior living in Northern Ireland: 11 towns where emergency care, walkable waterfronts, and age-friendly programs help older residents stay independent.
9 Ideal South Australia Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Nine South Australia towns for a 3-day weekend, from Victor Harbor's Granite Island and Clare's Riesling Trail to the underground opal mines of Coober Pedy.
Best Natural Wonders To Visit On The Pacific Coast This Year
Pacific Coast natural wonders, from Haystack Rock and the Oregon Dunes to Fern Canyon, Cape Flattery and the tallest trees in Redwood National Park.
How The Forest Came Back After Mount St. Helens
Wildfires wipe out American forests every year. Mt. St. Helens in Washington is the clearest case of how the trees grow back after a blast levels everything.
11 Picture-Perfect Main Streets In Oregon
Oregon Main Streets in McMinnville, Joseph, Astoria and beyond pair restored brick blocks with bronze sculptures, murals, old bookstores, and riverfront walks
The Least Visited Mountain Park in the Lower 48
North Cascades drew under 47,000 visits last year, making this glaciered park three hours from Seattle one of the quietest in the lower 48.
11 Most Breathtaking Towns In The Northern United States
The Northern United States is full of local gems, including coastal towns with stunning beaches and mountain towns with leafy views.
11 Most Breathtaking Towns on the Gulf Coast
Towns on the Gulf Coast offer visitors breathtaking experiences, from kayaking and birdwatching to gallery hopping and historic tours.
The Largest Indoor Ski Slope In America
Big SNOW at the American Dream mall in New Jersey is North America's only year-round indoor slope with real snow, kept at 28F across four acres of terrain.
12 Best Downtowns In Tennessee
12 Best Downtowns In Tennessee. Stand in two states on Bristol's State Street, walk Morristown's overhead sidewalks, and grab a nickel Coke in Pulaski.
8 Great Road Trips to Take in Upstate New York
Eight Upstate New York road trips, from the 30-mile High Peaks Scenic Byway to the Cayuga Lake loop and the Great Lakes Seaway Trail along the northern shore.
Pittsburgh Has More Bridges Than Any City In America, If You Want It To
Pittsburgh calls itself the City of Bridges, and 446 is the number everyone repeats. Houston has 2,325. Here is how the claim survived for over a century.
12 Amazing New England Day Trips That Are Worth The Drive
12 Amazing New England Day Trips That Are Worth The Drive include Acadia, Mystic Seaport, and the Newport Cliff Walk, each a short drive from a major city.